King Technology Pool Frog 6100, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...l Reservoir Patented Mineral Disinfectant Cleaner because it kills bacteria two ways Clearer because it helps keep pH in range Softer because it reduces chlorine use up to 50 Easier with pre filled pacs for no mess no guess and no stress To minimize the risk of serious injury death or damage before installing or first using this equipment read Instruction Manual and all safety labels and follow al...

Page 2: ...aring the Pool 10 11 Step 2 Putting the System to Work 12 Step 3 Setting the Control Dial 13 Step 4 Routine Pool Care 14 Replacing POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir 15 Using FROG BAM 16 Using POOL FROG Bac Pac 17 Winterizing 18 Troubleshooting 19 Parts List 20 Maintenance Replacing Control Dial O Rings 21 Maintenance Replacing Cap O Rings and Knobs 22 Warranty 23 For information on King Technology s ent...

Page 3: ...Pac Pre filled with chlorine tablets and fits inside the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir Product 01 03 5880 POOL FROGMineral Reservoir comes inside POOL FROG Cycler and is also sold separately POOL FROG Bac Pac and FROG BAM also sold separately FROG Mineral System consists of the FROG minerals silver chloride and carbonate used in conjunction with 0 5 ppm chlorine The FROG Mineral Reservoir must be us...

Page 4: ...ctographs illustrate the type of hazard Pictograph Type of Danger Safety Alert General Hazard Explosion Risk Hazardous Pressure Flammable Fire Hazard Identification of warnings Warnings are intended to help you recognize risks and avoid death injuryorpropertydamage Thisishowwarningsareidentified Signal Word Pictographs Description of danger Consequences if ignored a The arrow signals a safety prec...

Page 5: ...hemicals a To prevent the build up of gas pressure in the POOL FROG Cycler be sure the pool return line valves are open except when opening or servicing the unit a Do not inhale fumes from the POOL FROG Cycler or POOL FROG Bac Pac a Avoid sparks smoking or any open flame near POOL FROG Cycler or chemicals a Do not exceed maximum operating pressure of 50 psi or maximum temperature of 104º F a Do no...

Page 6: ...with pump filter heater and POOL FROG Cycler and a second line with a separate pump for the in floor cleaning system filter optional OPTION 1 A Two Line Installation POOL RETURN POOL WATER LEVEL POOL WATER LEVEL POOL FROG Cycler POOL FROG Cycler IN FLOOR CLEANER VALVE FILTER FILTER HEATER OPTION 2 A 3 Way Valve Installation POOL WATER LEVEL 3 way manual valve or 3 way motor valve plus controls POO...

Page 7: ...end of nipple 1 Screw either side of POOL FROG Cycler on to open nipple end until upright and secure Apply pipe thread tape or sealant to threaded end of hose adapter 3 4 Screw adapter into the other side of POOL FROG Cycler Hand tighten Finish tightening by turning 1 to 2 revolutions with a pipe wrench DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 5 6 Attach return section of hose to the adapter with clamp Tighten clamp w...

Page 8: ...to each end of POOL FROG Cycler Hand tighten Finish tightening by turning 1 to 2 revolutions with a pipe wrench DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 2 Attach the filter section of flex hose to one hose adapter and the return section of flex hose to the other hose adapter with clamps and tighten with screwdriver Bi flow valve design allows water flow in either direction 3 To prevent damage to heaters or filters see...

Page 9: ... 2b 3 Pipe Wrench Bi flow valve design allows installation in either flow direction Pipe Thread Tape or Sealant Primer and PVC Cement If using male adapters apply pipe thread tape or sealant to the threaded end of each adapter Screw adapters into each end of POOL FROG Cycler following directions for a male adapter or a female adapter Hand tighten Finish tightening by turning 1 to 2 revolutions wit...

Page 10: ...before adding to the pool If calcium content is higher than 400 ppm find a soft water source to fill your pool instead otherwise water balance will be very difficult Check for metals in the pool such as iron or copper Before attempting water balance these should be removed See your dealer for a metal out or sequesterant and follow the label directions carefully Before beginning with any pool care ...

Page 11: ...reaser Always maintain 200 400 ppm 5e Lastly test for stabilizer or conditioner levels Add conditioner if the level is below 20 ppm This will prevent chlorine burn off If stabilizer level is above 80 ppm partially drain water and re fill 6 5a Take a water sample from the pool and dip a FROG Test Strip into it For best results in achieving water balance follow steps 5a through 5e in order 6 2 6 8 7...

Page 12: ...eplaced Replace cap and run POOL FROG Cycler with POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir inserted for 10 minutes on Setting 5 Insert FROG BAM into the open center of the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir in the POOL FROG Cycler See page 16 for directions When chlorine reading is down to 1 0 ppm which may take a few days insert POOL FROG Bac Pac into the open center of the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir See page 17 fo...

Page 13: ... low speed for 24 hours per day or high speed less than 6 hours per day bleed the air while the pump is on by unscrewing the knob on the back of the Cycler near the cap until water appears Then screw the knob back on Repeat this process each time the cap is removed for any reason Set the control dial at 6 and follow the adjustment directions in Step 2 to determine the correct setting for your pool...

Page 14: ...her load chemical usage evaporation and the makeup of source water so maintaining water balance regularly is important BR AND WARNING TopreventthebuildupofgaspressureinthePOOLFROG Cycler besurethepoolreturnlinevalvesareopen except whenopeningorservicingtheunit DANGER Never add any other types of chlorine pH adjusters shock treatments or algaecides through the skimmer These products should be added...

Page 15: ...00 222 0169 Series 6100 01 12 6112 FOR POOLS UP TO 25 000 GALLONS ProductDescription The POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir is the heart of an advanced pool care system that destroys bacteria The patented mineral formula in the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir also neutralizes acids which helps keep the pH in an acceptable range with less monitoring The controlled release of minerals provides an optimum level...

Page 16: ...OOL FROG Cycler cap 8 Lift FROG BAM up and allow any water in the container to drain through the POOL FROG Cycler before discarding in trash or offering for recycling Do not reuse or refill this container NOTE If water shows more than a hint of blue inside POOL FROG Cycler replace the POOL FROG Cycler cap turn dial to Setting 10 and run the pump for one minute 8a If pool size requires additional F...

Page 17: ... Lower POOL FROG Bac Pac into POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir until secure 5 6 7 Replace cap by hand only DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN The chlorine pac container is made of HDPE plastic Non refillable container Do not reuse or refill this container Offer for recycling if available Rinse thoroughly before recycling or discarding in trash BR AND Top View WE RECYCLE WE RECYCLE WARNING Avoid sparks smoking or any ...

Page 18: ...ic bag and store in shed or cool dry well ventilated location away from children pets cars motorcycles or anything metal that can rust pit etc If empty rinse and recycle Remove the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir and discard in trash You will hear spent media inside however it is no longer effective Replace the cap and knob loosely WARNING Avoid sparks smoking or any open flame near POOL FROG Cycler o...

Page 19: ... least 6 hours on high speed 40 gpm or higher or if not bleed the air from the back knob each time cap is open 5 Contact your dealer to have your back pressure tested If under 4 psi consider a smaller eyeball fitting in the return jet 6 Check for a suction side leak by looking for air bubbles in your pump basket or at the return jet Contact dealer for help in correcting this situation 7 Contact Ki...

Page 20: ...Kit 1 Replacement parts for POOL FROG Cycler 6100 REF PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 2 01 22 1417 Cap w O Ring 2 01 22 1920 Cap O Ring 4 01 22 9486 Pressure Relief Valve 5 6 7 8 01 22 1458 Control Dial with O Rings Locking Pin and Number Plate 6 01 22 1456 Control Dial O Ring Set 9 10 01 22 9628 Knob with O Ring 11 01 22 1480 Mounting Base 12 01 22 9971 Silicone Lubricant 3 4 oz 13 01 22 1710 Nipple Kit 14...

Page 21: ...t out of the housing Replace both o rings Apply silicone lubricant that came with your POOL FROG Cycler on o rings Carefully insert control dial back into housing Replace locking pin by pushing it through the slots on the dial until it locks into place POOL FROG Cycler Maintenance SILICONE LUBRICANT 5 1 3 2 4 Product 01 22 9971 Troubleshoot Replacing the Control Dial O Rings ...

Page 22: ...NE LUBRICANT Place new o ring in bottom half of groove Remove old o ring 5 2 1 1 Bottom half of groove Top half of groove O ring in top of groove 4 3 2 Product 01 22 9971 Front of POOL FROG Cycler Back of POOL FROG Cycler Roll your thumbs back and forth over the o ring while pushing upward until the o ring falls into the top of the groove Place your thumbs on each side of the cap over the o ring i...

Page 23: ...nstructions physical abuse to or misuse of the product or operation or installation in a manner contrary to the accompanying instructions This warranty also excludes all costs arising from the installation adjustment removal or replacement of defective units or parts This warranty also excludes any and all claims arising out of the chemicals used in the product or their characteristics 3 Any expre...

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